1981 BMW 745 vs. 1974 Fiat 124
To start off, 1981 BMW 745 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 3,430 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 BMW 745 (252 HP) has 193 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 124. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1981 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 BMW 745 weights approximately 660 kg more than 1974 Fiat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1981 BMW 745 (380 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 124. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1981 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 BMW 745 | 1974 Fiat 124 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 745 | 124 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3430 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 38 L |
